DNA Reveals New Truths About Pompeii's Final Moments
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A new study using ancient DNA analysis has overturned previous assumptions about the identities and relationships of people who perished in Pompeii during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. The research, published in Current Biology, reveals that many of the victims were not related as previously thought, challenging traditional gender and familial assumptions. The findings highlight Pompeii's diverse population, reflecting broader patterns of mobility and cultural exchange in the Roman Empire, and provide a more nuanced understanding of the city's demographics and social structures.
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